Corruption, according to Transparency International, can be classified as grand, petty and political, depending on the amounts of money lost and the sector where it occurs.

In other words, it is a dishonest and unethical act for one’s own gain. And it comes in many forms – bribery, embezzlement, blackmail, threats, cheating and so on.

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Voters, as well as any member of the public, are urged to report to Transparency International PNG, and help keep fairness at polling, counting venues and any other place for that matter.

Reporting corrupt practices by candidates, voters, candidate supporters and scrutineers will ensure a better future for Papua New Guinea — as the saying goes “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”.

Kiwiana Ngabung graduated from Datec Learning Centre in 2014 and is a contributor with EMTV Online.